Of Mice and Men

Master case overview

Master file reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Illustrative status

Approved

Author / reference identity

John Steinbeck

Subject area

Classic & Literary Fiction

Work

Of Mice and Men

Review focus

Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation. Program questions are selected for this subject area; no passage-level findings are asserted.

Proposed formats · scenario

Ebook and library editions

Proposed market scope · scenario

Selected international editions; territories to be defined in the rights matrix

Book release date

1937
Publication history ↗

Registration date · illustrative

8 January 1937 – 7 January 1938 (release day unverified)

Publication and registration basis

Of Mice and Men: Title and author matched publication-history record. Original-language/edition differences are retained where specified. The modeled registration is seven days after release. Where a source gives only a month or year, dates are shown as a range rather than inventing a day.

Modeled review date

8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified)

Source basis

Library title, author, subject mapping and catalog program definitions; no manuscript examined.

Programs & status

This illustrative file covers 8 program records, 31 review controls and 0 open items. Select a program for its review details, document checklist and next action.

Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-LESR

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

3 of 3 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

1. LESR-101

   Successor authority

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify the party authorized to act for estate or successor rights. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. LESR-102

   Rights succession

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, trace the relevant rights transfers without assuming estate ownership. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. LESR-104

   Territory differences

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, refer territory-dependent rights questions for verification. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

• Successor authority checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LESR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Rights succession chronologyCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LESR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Territory rights review matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LESR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-TFRR

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

4 of 4 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

1. TFRR-101

   Translation grant

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify language, territory and format boundaries for a proposed translation. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. TFRR-102

   Translator rights

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, document translator credit, assignment and permitted reuse. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. TFRR-103

   Terminology control

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, prepare a terminology guide appropriate to the work’s subject area. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. TFRR-104

   Adaptation boundaries

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, separate faithful translation from abridgment or local adaptation. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

• Foreign-rights grant matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Translator agreement checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Translation terminology briefCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Translation change-control sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: TFRR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-ASPR

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

5 of 5 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 5

1. ASPR-101

   Adaptation scope

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, separate proposed screen, stage and performance rights. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. ASPR-102

   Option terms

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, document duration, exclusivity and exercise conditions for any proposed option. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. ASPR-103

   Reserved rights

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify publication and other rights excluded from the proposed grant. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. ASPR-104

   Creative approvals

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, define any contractual consultation and approval checkpoints. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

5. ASPR-105

   Credit and materials

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, document author credit and reuse of supplied publication assets. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 5

• Adaptation rights scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: ASPR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Option term checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: ASPR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Reserved-rights matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: ASPR-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Adaptation approval scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: ASPR-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Adaptation credit and asset sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: ASPR-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-CYCS

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

4 of 4 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

1. CYCS-101

   Audience definition

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify the intended age band without treating it as a universal suitability judgment. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. CYCS-103

   Edition differences

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, distinguish complete, abridged and adapted editions. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. CYCS-104

   Promotional targeting

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, align proposed marketing with the defined readership. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. CYCS-105

   Review process

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, define a documented local review process for disputed suitability decisions. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

• Intended audience briefCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CYCS-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Youth edition comparisonCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CYCS-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Audience and marketing checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CYCS-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Suitability review protocolCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CYCS-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-LEIL

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

4 of 4 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

1. LEIL-101

   Institutional use

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, distinguish lending, classroom distribution and course-pack reproduction. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. LEIL-102

   User limits

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, define proposed access periods and concurrent-user limits. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. LEIL-103

   Accessible editions

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify authorized accessible-format delivery routes. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. LEIL-105

   Catalog metadata

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, align institution-facing records with the selected edition. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

• Institutional use matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LEIL-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Access and licensing scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LEIL-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Accessible edition checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LEIL-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Library catalog metadata reviewCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: LEIL-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-IDLC

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

4 of 4 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

1. IDLC-101

   Agreement inventory

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify proposed publisher, distributor and retail permissions for the named work. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. IDLC-103

   Retail metadata

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, reconcile title, author credit, edition description and rights-holder attribution. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. IDLC-104

   Accounting and reporting

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, document royalty reporting intervals, deductions and audit provisions. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. IDLC-105

   Termination controls

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, define takedown, stock sell-off and rights reversion responsibilities. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

• Distribution agreement inventoryCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Retail metadata approval sheetCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Royalty and reporting scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Termination and reversion checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IDLC-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-IRTC

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

4 of 4 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 4

1. IRTC-102

   Territory and format scope

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, map languages, formats, exclusivity and reserved territories without assuming worldwide rights. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. IRTC-103

   Edition history

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, separate original publication rights from revised-edition and supplementary-material rights. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. IRTC-104

   Quotation permissions

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, record the basis for reuse of any third-party extracts in the proposed edition. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

4. IRTC-105

   Reversion and reservations

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, identify expired grants, reserved uses and conflicting options. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 4

• Territory, language and format matrixCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Edition and rights chronologyCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-103.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Third-party permissions registerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-104.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Prior grants and reversion scheduleCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: IRTC-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Program reference

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715-CAVR

Master file

GPRCC-ILL-1937-JS-233715

Review scope

Ebook and library editions

Evidence position

3 of 3 controls complete in scenario

Publication context

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck · Narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation

Review controls and scoped outcome 3

1. CAVR-101

   Visual asset provenance

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, record the source and permitted use of cover and interior visual assets. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

2. CAVR-102

   Designer permissions

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, separate designer deliverables from third-party stock and font licenses. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

3. CAVR-105

   Edition approval

   For the proposed scope of Of Mice and Men, track the approved cover version for each proposed edition. Apply this check in the context of narrative context, edition history and literary interpretation.

   Completed · scenario. Submitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope.

Completed requirements 3

• Cover and artwork provenance registerCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-101.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Designer and supplier rights checklistCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-102.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative
• Cover version approval logCompletedSubmitted evidence accepted; this requirement is completed within the scenario’s approved scope. Reference: CAVR-105.Submission attempt 1 · 13 January 1937 – 12 January 1938 (release day unverified) · reviewed 8 February 1937 – 7 February 1938 (release day unverified) · illustrative

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Evidence and document index

A modeled evidence schedule for Of Mice and Men. These are document requirements and scenario states, not uploaded attachments or manuscript citations.

Consolidated program status

Illustrative review history

Generated milestones showing how this workflow could progress; these events did not occur for the named author.

Program fee breakdown

The original illustrative case total is allocated across the 8 programs below. These example amounts are not payment receipts or quotations.

Total illustrative fees · USD$75,000

These restored case allocations are separate from the planning bands for new quotes. A written scope and quote determine the charge for an actual matter.

Next steps

1. Retain the edition, format and rights schedules modeled in this record.
2. Check proposed changes against each program’s maintenance standard.
3. Reassess new translations, licenses or substantial promotional changes before extending scope.

This sequence describes the modeled approved workflow only.